Musk to Give Every US Kid a SpaceX Share

Elon Musk declared in late 2026 that he intends to distribute shares of SpaceX to every child in America. This significant offer, valued at approximately $10.7 billion based on the company's current share price, aims to provide young people with a stake in the aerospace firm. The proposal emerged shortly after Anthropic committed a substantial portion of its shares to a public benefit fund for social causes.

Musk's announcement, made via X, suggested a direct distribution of assets to the public, positioning it as a response to industry-wide scrutiny over the social impact of technology. Details regarding the eligibility and distribution mechanisms for the estimated 73 million individuals under 18 in the U.S. have not yet been clarified. This move occurs amidst broader discussions about the ethical implications and societal effects of artificial intelligence and large tech companies.